In Luke’s telling of the Christmas story, nothing is wasted—not the shepherds in the field, not the swaddling cloths, and not even where the child is laid down.
In this episode, we slow down in Luke 2 to notice the quiet details that point far beyond the manger. Why are shepherds the first witnesses of the Messiah? Why does Luke emphasize the cloths wrapped around Jesus’ body? And what happens when we place Jesus’ birth alongside His death and see the striking symmetry Luke has woven into the story?
From fields outside Bethlehem to a tomb outside Jerusalem, Luke tells a story shaped like the gospel itself—a story where God’s glory meets humility, where outsiders are welcomed in, and where the end is already echoing in the beginning.
This Christmas episode invites us to read Luke’s birth narrative not just as a moment to celebrate, but as a revelation of who Jesus is, what kind of King He came to be, and how the story of salvation was unfolding from the very first night.
Matthew’s account of Jesus’ birth is far more than a familiar Christmas story—it’s a narrative shaped by centuries of waiting, exile, and divine faithfulness. In this episode, we slow down in Matthew 2 and follow the trail of the wise men, asking who they really were and why they were watching the skies for a Jewish king.
We explore the possibility that these “wise men from the East” were astrologers from Babylon, influenced by the legacy of Daniel and the promises God spoke to His people hundreds of years earlier. This isn’t a story of coincidence—it’s a story of careful preparation, where God plants His promises deep in history and brings them to life at exactly the right moment.
Along the way, we dig into what it means when Scripture says God “remembers.” In the Bible, remembering isn’t passive—it’s active. It’s God moving, acting, and fulfilling what He promised long before we ever realized we were waiting.
This episode invites us to see the birth of Jesus not just as an event in Bethlehem, but as the fulfillment of a story God had been working out for generations—and a reminder that no promise of God is ever forgotten.
In this Advent episode, we step into the ancient longing of Israel—a people who spent centuries waiting for a promised Messiah. Advent is a season shaped by anticipation, by hope stretched across time, and by the quiet ache of “not yet.” We explore how Scripture ties hope and waiting together.
This episode invites us to consider what it means to wait well in our own lives. Advent whispers the same invitation to us today that it whispered thousands of years ago: to lean forward in hope, to keep our lamps lit, and to live ready for the One who is coming.
Hey everyone! So sorry for the delay! I'll have this advent/Christmas episode up tomorrow - just didn't want to leave you guys hanging! :) Happy Wednesday!
In this opening episode of our Advent series, we begin preparing our hearts to behold the true glory of the Christmas season 🎄✨ by returning to the beginning—before Bethlehem, before angels, before the manger. John 1:1–5 and 1:9–14 invites us into the cosmic story behind Christmas: the eternal Word who spoke light into darkness and chose to enter that darkness to dwell with us.
Together, we explore what it means that God didn’t simply come near—He came to make His home with us 🕯️🏠. Advent becomes our invitation to slow down, pay attention, and ready ourselves to celebrate the miracle of a God who abides, who stays, and who draws close enough to transform the very places we live. This episode sets the stage for the hope and wonder we are preparing to receive this Christmas season. 🌟
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In this final episode of our Genesis series, we journey through Genesis 1–25—the opening chapters of Scripture that show a God who draws near to His people, even after they turn away. From creation to covenant, from Eden to Abraham, we see a consistent thread of grace: God making a way back to Himself.
As we wrap up Genesis and prepare our hearts for the Christmas season, we'll have some Christmas episodes where we’re reminded that the story has always been leading to Jesus—the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promise to dwell with His people. Then, in January, we’ll begin a brand new study in the Gospel of John, where the same God we’ve come to know in Genesis fully reveals Himself in the person of Christ.
✨ Grab your Bible, pour your tea, and settle in for this sweeping overview of God’s nearness and redemption.
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What does it really mean to be restored? 🌿
In this live episode of The TriniTea, Betsy dives into the story of Restoration — how God brings us from the wilderness back to the garden, from striving back to rest. Together, we explore how the wilderness shapes us, why Sabbath is the antidote to the wilderness, and how God’s rhythm of rest restores our souls to their original design.
If you’re curious about learning to Sabbath and slowing down in a world that never stops, here are a few incredible books to start with:
📘 The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry — John Mark Comer
☕ Mudhouse Sabbath — Lauren Winner
🌸 Keeping the Sabbath Wholly — Marva J. Dawn
🕊️ The Sabbath — Abraham Joshua Heschel
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At first glance, Genesis 23 looks like a simple real estate deal. But beneath the haggling and the handshake is something far bigger — the quiet culmination of God’s promises.
After years of wandering as a foreigner, Abraham finally puts roots in the land God promised… and what looks like loss becomes the first step toward legacy.
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This week we dive into one of the most powerful and heart-wrenching moments in Scripture—Abraham and Isaac on Mount Moriah. It’s a story that foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. 🕊️
And at the end of this episode, I share a big announcement. With so many hearts turning to Jesus in recent days, I want to create a place for the biblically confused and/or curious to learn, ask questions, and grow in faith together. 🌱
Here’s what’s coming:
🎙️ The TriniTea podcast will now release every other week.
📖 On the “off weeks,” I’ll host a Youtube livestream Bible study starting right at the beginning—Genesis 1—and walking through the story of God together. If you or anyone you know could benefit from a more interactive Bible Study please come!
📅 First livestream: Thursday, October 9th • 7:30–8:30 PM (CST)
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This week’s episode will be coming to you later than planned. I planned to finish the episode and release it today but was shocked into speechlessness by the assassination of Charlie Kirk. In the midst of processing, I felt led to share a word on how God chooses to love us—people who are completely other than Himself—and how we, too, are called to extend that kind of love to those around us, even across differences.
In part one of this two-part episode, we explore how Genesis 22 connects back to Genesis 3. What began with disobedience at a tree in Eden finds a powerful reversal on Mount Moriah, where God provides life instead of death.
In Genesis 21:8–33, Sarah sends Hagar and Ishmael away, but God meets them in the wilderness with rescue and promise. Like the story of Lot, Hagar’s story shows us that no matter how someone enters the narrative—whether by choice, failure, or circumstance—God’s blessing cannot be stopped. Human action may bring tension and hardship, but it cannot change the larger plan of God’s unfolding story.
This week on The TriniTea, I’m setting aside the usual structure to simply share my heart. Over the past month, God has walked me through a time of healing—teaching me how to rest, how to trust, and how to see His hand of provision in fresh ways. As I’ve leaned into Proverbs 3:1–18 and Malachi 3:6–10, I’ve been reminded that He never changes and His promises are always good. And just like Abraham and Sarah, who once laughed in disbelief before laughing with joy at Isaac’s birth, I’ve seen how God can turn doubt into delight. This episode is really just me boasting in the Lord and celebrating His faithfulness—I hope it encourages you in your own journey too.
In this episode, we journey through Genesis 20–21:7, where Abraham leaves the oaks of Mamre and steps into a familiar mistake—repeating the same deception he made with Pharaoh decades earlier. Right after God reaffirmed His promise of a son, Abraham’s fear overrides his faith, reminding us how easily we can fall back into old patterns even in seasons of blessing. Yet, in the very next chapter, God proves faithful: Isaac is born, just as He promised. Together, we explore why this episode may follow the destruction of Sodom, the psychology behind Abraham’s relapse, and what it reveals about God’s unchanging mercy toward His people.
In this episode of The TriniTea, I’m joined by my dear friend Whitney for a rich and redemptive conversation about the Book of Ruth. Together, we trace how God moves quietly but powerfully in the midst of chaos, loss, and uncertainty — turning devastation into hope.
What makes this story even more stunning is its connection to Genesis 19. From the scandalous origins of the Moabites through Lot and his daughters, we see how God takes what was broken and unexpected and uses it for His redemptive purposes. Ruth, a Moabite woman, becomes part of the lineage of King David — and ultimately Jesus Himself.
If you’ve ever wondered how God works through the messy, the painful, and the overlooked, this episode will give you fresh eyes to see His faithful hand in every story — even yours.
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In this episode of The Trinitea, we explore Genesis 19:17-38, where the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah unfolds. This story highlights the common experience of clinging to the past when the future seems uncertain. We delve into the story of Lot and his daughters as his daughters use their own wisdom to navigate an unknown world. But by God's grace, He transforms human disaster into a part of His redemptive plan.
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Hi friends — just a quick update from me! My surgery went well (thank God!), and I’m now in the thick of recovery. That said, I’m going to need a bit more time to rest and heal properly, so there won’t be a new episode of The TriniTea until July 30th.
In the meantime, I’m leaning into something I’m not always great at: learning how to sabbath — to truly pause, be still, and let God meet me in the quiet. Thank you for your patience and prayers. I can’t wait to be back with you soon.
With love,
Betsy
In this episode, we step into one of the most jarring and morally complex scenes in Genesis—Genesis 19:1–15. As the night falls over Sodom, two heavenly visitors arrive with a divine mission, but what unfolds reveals a sobering divide between God’s holiness and man’s depravity.
We examine the twisted hospitality of Sodom’s citizens, who demand to violate the guests—an act that exposes the deep corruption of the city. At the same time, Lot, while attempting to protect the visitors, makes a deeply disturbing offer of his daughters—raising hard questions about the consequences of cultural assimilation.
But in stark contrast to human failure, we see God’s unwavering justice and mercy at work. The angels intervene with power and clarity, not only protecting Lot but urging him to escape a judgment that is both terrifying and just.
In this brief but heartfelt episode, I share a personal update about a recent medical event that’s caused me to slow down and reflect. It’s not a deep dive—just a moment to process, breathe, and be real. I’ll also read a short passage of Scripture that’s brought me peace in the midst of uncertainty. If you’re in a season of waiting, wondering, or just needing a quiet place to rest, this one’s for you.
Hello All!
I'm so sorry to delay this episode. I have had a few medical things arise this week. Sadly, I think I'll need to miss this week! I hope to have another episode for you next week!
In the meantime, if you're looking for another great episode to check out this week, I've been listening to the Bible Project's Episode - The Seven Women Who Rescued Moses - and Israel! It is phenomenal and I highly recommend! :)
Pray for me friends!
Blessings to you all!
Betsy